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CAT Formula Sheet - Important Formulas for CAT 2025 Quantitative Aptitude Preparation
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- Overview of CAT Quantitative Aptitude section
- Quantitative Aptitude Formulas for CAT
- CAT Quantitative Aptitude Preparation
- CAT Preparation 2025 Important Books
When preparing for the CAT exam, mastering the important formulas for CAT quantitative aptitude is essential. These key formulas for CAT preparation cover a wide range of topics, including algebra, geometry, arithmetic, and number systems. Familiarity with essential CAT formulas will help candidates solve problems quickly and accurately, especially in the time-constrained environment of the exam. Regular practice of quant formulas for CAT exam will not only boost confidence but also improve problem-solving speed, making it easier to tackle the quantitative aptitude section effectively.
There are basically 3 sections in CAT Examination, which are:
Section | No. of Q’s | Time |
A. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | 24 | 40 min. |
B. Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning | 20 | 40 min. |
C. Quantitative Ability | 22 | 40 min. |
Total | 66 | 120 min. (2 hr.) |
Each correct answer fetches 3 marks. Hence the total marks of the examination are 66 x 3 = 198.
Overview of CAT Quantitative Aptitude section
Syllabus
The syllabus of CAT is only what we have studied in our schools till the tenth standard. However, no specific syllabus exists. But for a better understanding of Quantitative Aptitude syllabus we can refer to following table:
Arithmetic | 1. Percentage (Basics and related questions) 2. Ratios (Basics and related concepts i.e.Proportions and Variations ) 3. Averages (Basics and related concepts i.e. Mixture and Alligation ) 5. Simple Interest and Compound Interest (Questions related to Trains and Stream etc.) 7. Time & Work |
Number System | 1. Numbers and their classification i.e. Prime numbers, rational numbers, fractions, integers etc. 4. LCM & HCF related questions |
Geometry | 2. Triangles (area, similarity, congruency etc.) 3. Circles 4. Quadrilaterals (Rectangle, square, trapezium) 5. Mensuration (Area and volume of 2D and 3D figures) 6. Trigonometry 7. Co-ordinate Geometry |
Algebra | 1. Advance Linear Equations 2. Quadratic Equations, Inequalities & Modulus 3. Progression & Series (Arithmetic Progression, Geometric Progression, Harmonic Progression and Relation Between AM, GM and HM) 5. Logarithm |
Miscellaneous | 2. Probability |
Quantitative Aptitude Formulas for CAT
Quantitative Aptitude formulas form the foundation of the Quantitative Aptitude section in the CAT exam. Here are some important CAT quant formulas section-wise for CAT 2025 preparation:
Arithmetic
Arithmetic section is the most important section in the Quantitative Aptitude Section which is also useful to solve the D.I. problems. Following are some 50+ Important Formulas for CAT Preparation of this section which are given in this CAT Formula Sheet:
1. Percentage:
Following are some Important CAT Formulas of this topic:
a. X is what percentage of Y = XY . 100%
b. X is what percentage more/less than Y = Diff. between X & YY . 100%
c. If X is a% more than Y then, X = Y. (100 + a) %
d. If X is a% less than Y then, X = Y. (100 - a) %
Shortcut Formulas
Following are some formulas which can be used as Cat Quant Formula
| Concept | Formula |
| Successive percentage change | Overall % change in price = (x + y + x.y/100) % |
| Changes in A when B and C are altered | Overall % change in A = (x + y + x.y/100) % |
| Price increase followed by a decrease | Overall % change in price = -(x²/100) % |
2. Profit & Loss:
Following are some Important CAT Formulas of this topic:
| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Selling Price and Profit | S.P. = C.P. + Profit |
| Selling Price and Loss | S.P. = C.P. – Loss |
| Profit or Loss Percentage | Profit or Loss % = (Profit or Loss / C.P.) × 100% |
| Discount Percentage | Discount % = (Discount / M.P.) × 100% |
| Selling Price with Profit or Loss | S.P. = C.P. × (100 + Profit)% or C.P. × (100 – Loss)% |
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| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Profit or Loss with Markup and Discount | Overall profit or loss % = (m – d – m.d/100) % |
3. Simple Interest (S.I.) & Compound Interest (C.I.):
Following are some basic and Important Formulas for CAT 2025 related to this topic:
| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Simple Interest | S.I. = Principal (P) × Rate of Interest (R) × Time (T) / 100 = P × R × T / 100 |
| Compound Interest (annually) | Amount = P × [1 + R/100]ⁿ (n = Time in years) |
| Compound Interest (half-yearly) | Amount = P × [1 + R/(2 × 100)]²T |
| Total Amount | Amount = Principal (P) + Interest |
Shortcut Formulas
Following are some formulas which can be used as Cat Quant Formula Cheat Sheet for the preparation and exam point of view:
| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Doubling Time with Compound Interest | Time to double = 72 / R years (R = annual interest rate) |
| Example | If P = 2000 and R = 8%, time to double = 72 / 8 = 9 years |
| Difference Between C.I. and S.I. (2 years) | C.I. – S.I. = P × [R / 100]² |
| Difference Between C.I. and S.I. (3 years) | C.I. – S.I. = P × [R / 100]² × (3 + R / 100) |
4. Time, Speed & Distance:
Following are some basic and Important Formulas for CAT 2025 related to this topic:
| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Distance | Distance (D) = Speed (S) × Time (T) |
| Average Speed | Average Speed = Total Distance / Total Time |
Trains:
| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Time for a train to cross a pole/person | Time = Length of Train (l) / Speed of Train (s) |
| Time for a train to cross a platform/tunnel | Time = (Length of Train (l) + Length of platform/tunnel (d)) / Speed of Train (s) |
| Time for trains to cross each other (same direction) | Time = (Length of Train-1 (l1) + Length of Train-2 (l2)) / Difference of Speeds (s1 - s2) |
| Time for trains to cross each other (opposite direction) | Time = (Length of Train-1 (l1) + Length of Train-2 (l2)) / Sum of Speeds (s1 + s2) |
Boat & Streams:
| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Speed of Boat in Still Water | x kmph |
| Speed of Stream/Water/Current | y kmph |
| Travelling Time | t hr |
| Distance (Downstream: same direction) | D = (x + y) × t km |
| Distance (Upstream: opposite direction) | D = (x - y) × t km |
Clocks:
| Concept | Formula/Explanation |
| Speed of Hour Hand | 0.5° per minute |
| Round covered by Hour Hand | 1 round = 360° in 12 hours or 720 minutes |
| Speed of Minute Hand | 6° per minute |
| Round covered by Minute Hand | 1 round = 360° in 1 hour or 60 minutes |
| Angle between Hour and Minute Hands | θ = |112M-30H| |
Shortcut Formulas
Following are some Quantitative Aptitude Formulas which can be used as Cat Quant Formula Cheat Sheet for the preparation and exam point of view:
If the distance covered in each stage of journey is same, but speeds are different then, the average speed is the harmonic mean of the different speeds.
Ex: If distance between point A to B and B to C are same and are covered with the speed of S1 and S2 respectively. Then-
Average speed = 2/1/S1+1/S2 = 2S1. S2/S1+S2
If the time taken in each stage of journey is same, but speeds are different then, the average speed is the average of the different speeds.
Ex: If time taken between points A to B and B to C is same and these distances are covered with the speed of S1 and S2 respectively. Then-
Average Speed = S1+S2/2
If two people start running on a circular track of length D km in the same direction from the same point with speeds a & b kmph, then-
(i) Time taken in first meeting = D/|a-b| hr.
(ii) Time taken to meet again at the starting point = LCM (D/a ,D/b)
(iii) No. of Distinct meeting Points = |x - y|
{x & y are the simplified ratio of speeds, Ex: If speeds a & b are 12 kmph & 9 kmph
respectively, then- x: y = 12: 8 = 3: 2; So, x = 3 & y =2}
If two people start running on a circular track of length D km in the opposite direction from the same point with speeds a & b kmph, then-
(i) Time taken in first meeting = D|a+b| hr.
(ii) Time taken to meet again at the starting point = LCM (Da ,Db) hr.
(iii) No. of Distinct meeting Points = |x + y|
{x & y are the simplified ratio of speeds}
If a person P starts from A and heads towards B and another person Q starts from B and heads towards A and they meet after a time 't' then, t = √ (?. y)
[where x = time taken (after meeting) by P to reach B and y = time taken (after meeting) by Q to reach A]
If the speed of the boat downstream is u kmph and the speed of the boat upstream is v kmph, then-
Speed of the boat in still water = u + v2 kmph
Rate of stream = u- v2 kmph
Geometry
Geometry section is the lengthiest section in the Quantitative Aptitude Section which has lots of properties and formulas. Following are some 50+ Important Formulas for CAT Preparation of this section which are given in this CAT Formula Sheet:
1. Triangles:
Properties of Triangles:
Sum of all interior angles in a triangle is 180° and Exterior angles is 360°.
Sum of any two sides is always greater than third one and difference of any two sides is less than third one.
Let a,b,c are the sides of triangles, then
|b-c| < a < b + c
In a Scalene Triangle greatest side is always greater than the one-third of perimeter and less than half of the perimeter.
Let a,b,c are the sides of triangles and a is the greatest side of the triangle. Perimeter of the triangle is P.
P/3 < a < P/2
Ex: In a scalene triangle ABC, perimeter of the triangle is 24 cm and all sides are integers.
Sol: Let a,b,c are sides of triangle, and a is the greatest side.
24/3 < a < 24/2
8 < a < 12
So, all possible value of a are 9,10,11 cm.
Let a,b,c are sides of triangle, and a is the greatest side.
If a2 < b2 + c2 {Then triangle is an acute angled triangle}
If a2 = b2 + c2 {Then triangle is a Right-angled triangle= Pythagoras theorem}
If a2 > b2 + c2 {Then triangle is an Obtuse angled triangle}
(Here D is the midpoint of the AC side or AD = DC).
Length of the Median-
BD = ½ X √2(AB2 + BC2) – AC2
3 (Sum of squares of sides) = 4 (Sum of squares of medians)
3(a2 + b2 + c2 )= 4(Ma2 +Mb2 + Mc2 )
{Where a,b,c are sides of triangle and Ma, Mb, Mc are medians of the triangle}
In a right-angle triangle, Median of Hypotenuse= Hypotenuse/2
CD = AB/2
If all the medians are drawn in the triangle, then the 6 small triangles are generated in the triangle, which are equal in the Area.
Area of Triangle:
Heron’s Formula
If all sides of a triangle are given. Let a,b,c are sides of triangle-
Area = √s(s-a)(s-b)(s-c) {s is the semi-perimeter. s = (a+b+c)/2}
If two sides and one included angle is given-
Area = ½ x Product of given sides x Sin(given included angle)
= ½ x a.b. SinC
{ex: sides a, b are given and included angle C is given}
If a side and its respective Altitude (perpendicular drawn on a side from the opposite vertex) is given, then-
Area of the triangle = ½ x Base x Height (Altitude)
Shortcut Formulas
Area of Equilateral Triangle = 34 a2
Height/Altitude of Equilateral Triangle = 32 a
Area of Triangle = Inradius (r) x semi-perimeter (s)
Area of Triangle = Product of sides of triangle/4 X Circumradius (R)
2. Quadrilaterals:
Trapezium
| Area = ½ x (Sum of Parallel Sides) x Height (perpendicular distance between parallel sides) = ½ x (AB + CD) X H |
Parallelogram
| 1. Opposite angles and sides are equal. 2. Diagonals bisect each other. 3. Sum of squares of diagonals = 2(a2+b2) 4. Area = Base x Height 5. Area = a.b.sinθ |
Rhombus
| 1. All sides and opposite angles are equal. 2. Diagonals bisect each other at 90 degree. 3. Sum of squares of diagonals = 4(a2) 4. Area = ½ x Product of Diagonals 5. Perimeter = 4.a |
Rectangle | 1. Perimeter = 2(l+b) {l=length, b= breadth} 2. Area= l.b 3. Length of diagonal = √ (l2 + b2) |
Square | 1. Perimeter = 4.a; {a= side of square} 2. Area = a2 3. Length of Diagonal = a.√2 |
Cyclic Quadrilateral
| 1. Sum of opposite angles = 180° 2. Area = ½ x product of diagonals x sinθ {where, θ is the angles between diagonals 3. Area = √(s-a) (s-b) (s-c) (s-d) {where a,b,c,d are sides of cyclic quadrilateral and s is the semi perimeter} |
3. Circle:
Circumference of Circle = 2πr
Area of Circle = πr2
Semi-circle
Circumference of semi-circle = πr
Perimeter of semi-circle = πr + 2r {Circumference + Diameter}
Area of semi-circle = πr2 /2
Sector & Segment of circle
{OAXC is called the sector of the circle & AXC is called the segment}
Length of Arc AXC = 360. 2πr {r is the radius of circle}
Area of sector OAXC = 360. πr2
2 x Area of sector = length of arc x radius
Area of segment AXC = Area of sector OAXC – Area of triangle OAC
= 360. πr2 - 1/2r2sinθ
Common Tangent
PQ & RS are the direct common tangents of the circle, which are equal in length. Length of direct common tangent (L)-
L2 = d2 – (r1-r2)2
{d = distance between centers of circle, r1,r2 are radius of circle}
PQ & RS are the transverse common tangents of the circle, which are equal in length. Length of transverse common tangent (L)-
L2 = d2 – (r1+r2)2
{d = distance between centers of circle, r1,r2 are radius of circle}
4. Mensuration:
Cube {a- side of cube} | 1. Lateral Surface Area (L.S.A.) = 4.a2 2. Total Surface Area (T.S.A.) = 6.a2 3. Volume = a3 |
Cuboid {l-length, b-breadth, h-height} | 1. Lateral Surface Area (L.S.A.) = 2(l+b).h 2. Total Surface Area (T.S.A.) = 2(lb+bh+lh) 3. Volume = l.b.h |
Cylinder {r-radius of circular base, h-height} | 1. Curved Surface Area (C.S.A.) = 2πrh 2. Total Surface Area (T.S.A.) = 2πr(r+h) 3. Volume = πr2.h |
Cone {r-radius of circular base, h-height, l- slant height} | 1. Curved Surface Area (C.S.A.) = πrl 2. Total Surface Area (T.S.A.) = πr(r+l) 3. Volume = 1/3r2.h |
Sphere {r-radius} | 1. Total Surface Area = 4πr2 2. Volume = 4/3r3 |
Hemi-sphere {r-radius} | 1. Curved Surface Area (C.S.A.) = 2πr2 2.Total Surface Area (T.S.A.) = 3πr2 3. Volume = 2/3r3 |
Algebra
The Algebra section is a critical part of the Quantitative Aptitude section in the CAT exam. Below are over 50 important formulas for CAT preparation in this section, which are provided in this comprehensive CAT Formula Sheet:
1. Quadratic Equations
General Quadratic equation will be in the form of ??2 + ?? + ? = 0; Values of ‘x’ which satisfies the equation are called roots of the equation. To find the roots the Shreedhara Acharya's Formula is used.
Roots of the equation, x = 12a(-b±b2-4ac )
Sum of the roots = -ba
Product of the roots = ca
Difference of the roots = Da {where D = b2-4ac }
If D > 0, Then roots of the equation will be real and distinct
{i. If D is perfect square, then roots will be rational; ex: x = 1,6
ii. If D is non-perfect square, then roots will be irrational or conjugate surds
ex: x = 3-√5, 3+√5}
If D = 0, Then roots of the equation will be real and equal.
If D < 0, Then roots of the equation will be imaginary and distinct.
y = ??2 + ?? + ?; If a > 0
Minimum value of y =-D4a , when x = -b2a
y = ??2 + ?? + ?; If a < 0
Maximum value of y =-D4a , when x = -b2a
If roots of the quadratic equation are a & b, then-
Quadratic Equation = x2 – S.x + P; {where S = sum of roots; P= product of roots}
= x2 – (a+b).x + a.b
2. Progression & Series
In this chapter there are three types of progression, which are-
Arithmetic Progression
Geometric Progression
Harmonic Progression
Arithmetic Progression (A.P.)
If a is the first term and d is the common difference then the A.P. can be written as-
a, a+d, a+2d, a+3d, ………………..
Nth term of the A.P. –
Tn = a + (n-1).d {n is the no. of terms}
Sum of the n terms of the A.P. (Sn) = Average of all the terms x no. of terms(n)
Average of the terms can be found out easily
If no. of terms is odd then the middle term will be the average
Ex: 2,5,8,11,14 are the terms of the A.P. then middle term 8 is the average
So, the sum = avg. x n = 8 x 5 = 40
If no. of terms is even then the average of middle terms will be the average of the A.P.
Sn = n2 [2a+n-1d]
Shortcut Formulas
Sn = n2 (a+l) {where a = first term, l = last term, n= no. of terms}
No. of terms in A.P.
n = l-ad+1
Geometric Progression (G.P.)
If a is the first term and r is the common ratio then the G.P. can be written as-
a, a.r, a.r2, a.r3, ……………….
Nth term of the G.P. –
Tn = a.rn-1 {n is the no. of terms}
Sum of n terms of the G.P.-
Sn = a.1-rn1-r If r < 1 or Sn = a.rn-1r-1 If r > 1
Sum of infinite terms of the G.P.-
S∞ = a1-r; If |r| < 1
Shortcut Formulas
If there are odd no. of terms in a G.P., then the product of all terms are equal to the nth power of middle term.
Ex: 2,6,18,54,162 are the terms of a G.P.
Then the products of all the terms = 185
Harmonic Progression (H.P.)
If a,b,c are in A.P. then 1/a, 1/b, 1/c will be in the H.P.
Nth term of the H.P.= 1/Nth term of the A.P.
Series
Sum of first n natural numbers-
1 +2 + 3 + 4 + 5 +………..+ n = nn+12
Sum of squares of first n natural numbers-
12 + 22 + 32 + …………….+ n2 = nn+1(2n+1)6
Sum of cubes of first n natural numbers-
13 + 23 + 33 + …………….+ n3 = nn+122
Sum of first n natural odd numbers-
1 + 3 + 5 + 7 + ………. = (no. of terms)2
Sum of squares of first n natural even numbers-
22 + 42 + …………….+ (2n)2 = 2nn+1(2n+1)/3
Sum of squares of first n natural even numbers-
12 + 32 + …………….+ (2n+1)2 = n2n+1(2n-1)/3
3. Indices & Surds
A1 = A
A0 = 1
Am x An = Am + n
Am / An = Am - n
(Am)n = Am. n
Am x Bm = (A.B) m
Am / Bm = (A/B) m
A-m = 1/Am
xA = (A)1/x
Shortcut Formulas
aaaa…..x times = a1-12x
aaaa…..∞ times = a
4. Logarithm
If AN = B ⬄ N =B
N =B ; {A > 0 but not equal to 1, B > 0, N € Real no.}
1 = 0
A = 1
Bp = pq B
x.y = x + y
x/ y = x - y
B = 1/A
B = B /A
XB = BX
XB = 1
CAT Quantitative Aptitude Preparation
If you're preparing for the CAT exam, having a well-organized CAT formula sheet can be a game-changer for your Quantitative Aptitude section. This CAT quant formula cheat sheet will serve as your go-to resource, covering all the important formulas needed for the exam. Whether you're revising or solving practice questions, this CAT formulas cheat sheet ensures that you have quick access to essential quant formulas. It's crucial to keep this CAT formula sheet handy, as it consolidates all the CAT quant formulas in one place, making your preparation more efficient and effective. Careers360 has designed an ebook on the top 100 facts that each of the candidates must be aware of to enhance their CAT 2025 quantitative aptitude preparation along with the necessary formulas. The candidates are requested to download and study the ebook for an enhanced CAT quantitative aptitude 2025 preparation.
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CAT Preparation 2025 Important Books
When preparing for CAT 2025, using the right set of books is essential for thorough and targeted preparation. These books are designed to cover all the sections of the exam—Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Aptitude (QA)—providing in-depth knowledge of the core concepts.
| Book Title | Author(s) |
| How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT | Arun Sharma |
| NCERT Mathematics Books (Class 6 to 10) | NCERT |
| Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT | Sarvesh Sharma |
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | Abhijit Guha |
| How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT | Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay |
| 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary | Wilfred Funk & Norman Lewis / Simon & Schuster |
| High School English Grammar and Composition | Wren & Martin |
| PSC for VA for CAT | Nishit Sinha |
| How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for the CAT | Arun Sharma |
| Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT | Nishit K. Sinha |
| Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency | Ananta Ashisha |
| CAT Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning | Gautam Puri |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I start my CAT preparation for 2025?
For CAT preparation 2025, candidates must start their preparation with proper analysis and understanding of the CAT exam pattern and syllabus. They should devise the CAT study plan and focus on important topics to cover them within the stipulated time.
2. Is 1 month enough for CAT preparation?
CAT preparation requires a significant amount of time to prepare. However, candidates can prepare the CAT exam syllabus within 1 month if the right strategy and determination are executed.
3. What is the formula for probability in CAT?
CAT Probability or Chance: Probability is a quantitative measure of the likelihood of a particular event occurring. PE=n(E)/n(S), where n(E) = number of favorable events; n(S) = sample space.
4. What is the important formula for percentage in CAT exam?
Important percentage formulas for CAT exam are:
- Increase N by S% = N(1+S/100)
- Decrease N by S% = N(1 - S/100)
- Percentage Change=(New Value−Old Value/Old Value)×100
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Sakshi Badoni 09 January,2025
Hello Greetings
Considering your 82.58 percentile in CAT and 22 months of industry experience in IT and Financial analysis, you have several options for General Management PGDM or PGPM programs.
*Decent Colleges Accepting Low CAT Percentile:*
- _SPJIMR_: Offers PGDM and PGPM programs, accepting CAT scores, with a minimum eligibility criterion of 50% aggregate in graduation ¹ ².
- _SOIL_: Provides PGPM and PGDM programs, considering CAT scores, with a focus on experiential learning ³.
- Other institutes like _IMT Ghaziabad_, _XIMB_, and _IRMA_ might also accept candidates with lower CAT percentiles, but this may vary depending on the program and intake.
*Key Factors to Consider:*
- _Work Experience_: With 22 months of experience, you might be eligible for PGPM programs, which typically require more work experience than PGDM programs ¹.
- _Career Gap_: Explain your career gap effectively in your application, highlighting any relevant activities or skills gained during that period.
- _Profile-Based Selection_: Some institutes consider profiles, including work experience, academic background, and extracurricular activities, in addition to CAT scores ¹.
*Next Steps:*
1. Research the institutes mentioned above and their programs.
2. Review the eligibility criteria, admission process, and fees for each program.
3. Prepare your application, ensuring you effectively communicate your strengths, work experience, and career goals.
4. Be prepared for interviews, focusing on your profile, experience, and motivation for pursuing a PGDM or PGPM program.
Remember, a lower CAT percentile doesn't necessarily limit your options. Focus on showcasing your strengths, experience, and fit with the program to increase your chances of admission.
Have a great day
Sakshi Badoni 09 January,2025
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M/s Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, one of the top four audit and accounting firms in the world with headquarters at London, UK, and with an operational presence in 153 countries, hires Management Trainees (MT) from all the premier management institutes of India thrice every year, in the months of January, May and September.
Each new group of Management Trainees (MT) have to go through a four month rigorous training schedule, after which they have to pass through a test consisting of a written assessment and a case-analysis. The top hundred ranked Management Trainees (MT) based on the performance in the test are confirmed as Management Executives (ME). The rest are given the opportunity of undergoing the training for four months one more time along with the next batch of Management Trainees (MT) and then passing through the subsequent test consisting of the written assessment and case-analysis. The Management Trainee (MT) who fails to get confirmed as a Management Executive (ME) the second time is fired.
The scatter-graph below depicts the number of Management Trainees (MT) at Deloitte taking the tests from January 2020 till May 2022, and the vis-à-vis hired Management Trainees (MT) at Deloitte who were fired :
It is also known that for the month of September 2019 at Deloitte, 96 hired Management Trainees (MT) failed to be confirmed as a Management Executive (ME) the first time, and that 36 hired Management Trainees (MT) were fired.
Question :
In which test did the minimum number of Management Trainees (MT) get confirmed as a Management Executive (ME) in the second attempt ?
Option: 1
September 2020
Option: 2
May 2021
Option: 3
January 2021
Option: 4
January 2022
Directions for question:
The bar-graph given below shows the foreign exchange reserves of Nepal (in million Rupees) from 2014 to 2021. Answer the following questions based on the graph :
Question:
What was the percentage increase (rounded to the nearest integer, if deemed necessary) in the foreign exchange reserves in 2020 over 2016 ?
Option: 1 None
Option: 2 None
Option: 3 None
Option: 4 None
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